巴恩斯艺术博物馆

Wonder small museum focusing on post impression art. The schedule times are wonderful in that it keeps the number of visitors controlled so that you aren't rushed or crowed out of viewing

This enthralling collection of modern art and antiquities must be seen by everyone who loves art, but prepare for a few challenges. Due to the slavish reproduction of the original Barnes layout in the new space on the Parkway, you will see incomparable masterpieces crowded together on drab yellow linen walls like almonds in a dish, hung side by side with metal hinges and brackets, and in many cases displayed in inadequate light and at preposterous height. This clunky display was unavoidable, I guess (see the history of the brilliant crackpot Barnes) and yet one longs to see what could be done with this breathtaking collection in a freed-up, contemporary-style display. Until then, just go, don't expect to absorb it in one visit, and exercise your neck muscles to withstand the craning.

Unbelievable to think this was one man's collection. Renoir, Cezanne, Modigliani, Matisse, Manet, Picasso, Van Gogh...the list goes on. They have done a great job recreating the original house in museum row. Plan to spend at least two hours...and enjoy.

It is all beautiful; ignore the negative reviews; visit for the absolute beauty of these masterpieces (do some homework by visiting the website). :TIP: The art is intrinsically gorgeous and worthy of several hours contemplation; enhance your experience with a guided docent tour to learn some important aspects that really allow you to understand and appreciate the design of the ensembles; all of a sudden you will drop your jaw with some really spine tingling "wow" and "ah ha" moments too. The absence of "labels" on the wall adjacent is intentional; you can get close; however, be sure to step back on the opposite wall to grasp the layout/design of the collections too.This is a prime destination for Philly!

It was with a sense of dread that we headed to the New Barnes. After watching the "Art of the Steal" a few years back, we made a special trip to the original Barnes to experience the remarkable collection and pay homage to the vision of the founder. We have passed through enough "Museum Renovations" to realize that a bigger gift shop and cafeteria are often a waste of donor's contributions. Not so with the Barnes. They "got it right", preserving the character and intent of the original museum while making dramatic improvements to the lighting, flow, etc. No need to travel to the D'Orsay - the Barnes has an absolutely world class collection of the Impressionists.

I was hesitant to come since it was relocated from Merion, but wow! They honored the original setting and the art is displayed almost exactly as it was placed by dr Barnes originally. Right next door is Rodin museum so don't miss either one.

There is so much great art there that it is easy to get burned out- "Another Cezanne? More Picassos? How many Renoirs have we seen?" We are members but there is so much there that whenever we go we notice new things. I can't imagine trying to take it all in during one trip. The special exhibits have been kind of erratic- the last one was really enjoyable.

This is one of my favorite museums in Philadelphia. Although it was not very well known, it is now more accessible since it was recently moved to its new location in the museum district. One of the best museums I have ever visited. Get ready for a lot of Renoir!!!

I must confess up front to be colored in my opinion by my living in Washington DC, where all the art you could ever want is free to be seen at your leisure. The Barnes is a beautiful space and has a very interesting ethos with regard to presenting their works that is better seen than described. My challenges with the gallery are a part of that ethos - rooms that are very small, cramped for a 6'3" fella like myself when in a room with a popular work - audio tours that are very sparing with the number of works that are described and not terribly informative - and a price-per-object rate that raises an eyebrow. Given a choice, I prefer the Rodin or the PMA Main Building.

I went to the "Barnes" the week of the Philadelphia Flower this year, I am not one to spend a lot of time in museums, but I could have stayed there all day. The amazing quality, quantity and setting of the art collection can not be put in simple words.It would be beneficial to watch the PBS film called "The Art of the Steal" before travelling to the museum. So much history to be learned first which is not elaborated on at the site.I would recommend any travelers to find a way to get into this unequalled collection of artwork valued at between 25 and 30 BILLION dollars.

Fantastic collection of French impressionists, (181 Renoirs!) and all the other famous painters from the period. And Dr. Barnes had a sense of humor when you see a few of the paintings exhibited. The only let down was the narration on the CD devices given to you, some of these narrations could come under the heading "don't believe your lying eyes, listen to ME."Enormous collection of painting, furniture, hardware, and "industrial arts," a must see.

So much to see and take in, in every room, so many examples from well known artists it is amazing. The "ensembles" are interesting, so much art is exhausting to see and comprehend so take time and enjoy this amazing collection.

We have been to many museums and this is a gem. The very particular way the art objects are displayed is unique with each room having its own theme and arrangement. Huge number of Renoirs and Cezannes on display along with hundreds of other great modernist artists. Will have to go back as we only got to see about half the collection!

Fabulous Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art collection make this a must-see, but it isn't an informative or easy visit. Only a few items in each room have audio explanations, so you're left with the paper gallery guides, of which there are too few copies (and none at all on the mezzanine), and which only have the title, artist and date of each piece. In addition, some of the rooms are very small (mirroring Dr. Barnes' house) so it can be difficult to move around and see the artwork when there are more than a handful of people in the room. Finally, items are grouped thematically (rather than by artist or period), although the theme is sometimes difficult to discern. They're also placed several inches from each other, making for sensory overload and a disorienting experience.When the Foundation broke Dr. Barnes' will to move to Philadelphia, it's too bad they kept this outdated "salon style" which does much to diminish what should be an exhilarating experience. Staff did not explain anything upon entry (or how to operate the luggage lockers), or provide anything written explaining Dr. Barnes' philosophy, and were not very friendly or welcoming, which would have ameliorated some of these disadvantages.

The Barnes is an exhaustive - and sometimes exhausting — collection that includes 80 Renoirs, 68 Cézannes, 59 Matisses, 46 Picassos, 16 Modigli­anis, and seven Van Goghs. For years, the collection was housed in a mansion in Merion, Penn., with the works displayed exactly as placed by Dr. Barnes to illustrate his personal theories of art and the education of the common man. When the new museum opened in Philadelphia in 2012, the pieces were rehung in the exact same way, in rooms that mimic the original space, giving you the sense of an old-fashioned estate erected inside a sleek, modern shell (take a moment on the way in to admit the wooden floors, built out of the original Coney Island boardwalk). The exhibits are a melange of post-Impressionist, modern and medieval works mixed with Pennsylvania Dutch furniture/ornaments, Asian art and African art, often all in the same room. There is an audio guide available and guide sheets in each room but otherwise the only identifying marks on the art are the small, original brass plates affixed to the frames. In some rooms, this approach jars the viewer into looking at the work with fresh eyes; you see the work instead of name-checking the creator. In some, especially the last two filled with dozens of drawings and prints, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. What you won’t be is disappointed.